Value Stream Supervisor

Andersen Corporation

 

A market leader in manufacturing wood windows and patio doors, Andersen Corporation is recognized internationally for its innovative products.  Founded in 1903, the company is privately owned and has a strong history of commitment to its employees, community and environmental stewardship.  Andersen markets products throughout North America and in South America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

 

On the cutting edge both in technology and in people-oriented programs, we experience very low turnover, a great working environment, and an excellent benefits package.  We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package.



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VALUE STREAM SUPERVISOR

FOCUS/OBJECTIVE:
To support the Manufacturing Leadership in driving the process of continuous improvement within Bayport Manufacturing and the implementation of lean manufacturing.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
0 Promote safety and ensure a safe work environment and safe associate work habits.
0 Maintain high level of visibility with associates. Use hands-on approach to communicate daily and involve associates in problem solving.
0 Develop a high performance work team with high levels of associate morale, satisfaction, and performance.
0 Create and maintain a respectful work environment by listening, seeking facts to support decisions, managing one's own reactions, and addressing unacceptable behavior.
0 Help associates succeed through performance management.
0 Provide coaching and performance communication to support development.
0 Review general status of production schedules to identify and resolve problems.
0 Ensure the desired product quality levels are achieved through use of standard work and training to those standards, training in operation and inspection techniques, and use of tools/data.
0 Support and implement new, customer-focused processes in accordance with lean principles and practices.
0 Provide training and coaching to improve standard work, work center organization (5S), and housekeeping.
0 Actively provide change leadership as required.
0 Support and foster an environment of continuous improvement by encouraging associates to challenge existing processes and implement solutions that enhance the overall effectiveness of the operation.
0 Support associates in understanding company policies and practices.
0 Maintain time and production records.
0 Take notice of process related problems and support associates in taking corrective action to improve the overall performance of the team.
0 Communicate with and listen to associates on a daily basis regarding work center/team performance, strategic initiatives, policy changes, safety, quality, etc.
0 Communicate with other supervisors and appropriate personnel regarding equipment, safety, work center schedules, company policies and practices, performance improvement plans, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
0 3 - 5 years of solid experience in a manufacturing operation.
0 Commitment to implementing and achieving safety, quality, customer service and cost goals by coaching and training associates.
0 Previous experience in a manufacturing operation with demonstrated ability to acquire and apply manufacturing principles a plus.
0 Demonstrated coaching skills.
0 Solid knowledge, practical application, and use of Lean Principles and the commitment to those Principles.
0 Excellent communication skills.
0 Continuing education in the following areas: Management, Human Resources, Accounting, Manufacturing, Leadership, and Coaching
0 Demonstrated ability to work with and motivate people.
This position requires a rotating shift schedule.